Linkage YZ450F 2006

mxracer546

Does anyone know of a place that sells a different linkage for the rear ? Since Yamaha made the rear shock longer on the 07 and my 06 does not turn NO MATTER what I do I am thinking a new ratio in the linkage my help.

Ranger18

Are you sure the turning problem isn't you, I don't meen to be a d!ck, but that sounds crazy. I have never been on a bike that turns as well as 06 yzf450. The pros say that it pushed a little, so yamaha made a small adjustment and said it was perfect for 07, but to be honest unless your an A racer I don't think you would notice.
You should lower your forks to the lline on the tubes (5mm) and set your sag to 98-100 mm.
Maybe the front tire isn't right for your conditions
and you can always try 24mm offset clamps if you want to spend $400
or spend a grip of cash on an 07 rear shock.

Wyatt

grayracer513

Something's wrong with your set up or your style. I haven't been on an MX bike that corners like the '06 YZ450F in 30 some years. I run A Dunlop 952 in the front, stock springs, forks pulled up 5mm, and sag set at 97mm. It urns unbelievably well. You don't need linkages or clamps or anything else.

But, I wonder, how much do you weigh? If you're something other than about 165-180 (street clothes) the spring rates will be wrong for you, and the bike won't handle right.

mxracer546

I have the OEM heavier springs 56 in the rear and 47 in the front. While I am not a fast as I once was I still move fairly good for a 42 year old. I have tried different tires and I personally still have a little issue turning maybe I am just getting old and lazy.

Ga426owner

I have the OEM heavier springs 56 in the rear and 47 in the front. While I am not a fast as I once was I still move fairly good for a 42 year old. I have tried different tires and I personally still have a little issue turning maybe I am just getting old and lazy.

I am your age, what is your weight? The bike may be a little out of balance with that set up. 5.6/.48 or 5.5/.47 is preferred...the front may be diving slightly more than if you had the .48s while cornering and braking. I tried the 5.5/.48 and the rear was diving too much in corners. Now I run 5.6/.48 and it is almost perfect. What bar bend are you using? I am using Wyndam bend/Starcross MS3's and the front bites/corners great. Forks are raised to the line.

mxracer546

shockdoc

Those sag numbers show to light of a spring. I was going to order springs Mon. for your other 450 but give me a call before I do. Maybe we can put your springs on your Dads bike and I'll get you some a little stiffer.